Affiliate since: 06/07/2014, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Christine's 9 other Ask SC answers

You can use a PSA's Profile to help them get off to a great start by reviewing their answers to their profile questions. For example, if they answered the question of how many hours they are willing to devote to SFI with 20 or more, than there is a good chance they are serious about achieving success. And if you see that they have experience in marketing and leadership roles, this would indicate that they have a good idea about what they are getting into. Now, with this information you can give them specific information about SFI. BY, specific, I mean links to marketing tools and more advance methods.

Now, if on the other hand you read a profile of the exact opposite, where they have little or no marketing skills or are just very new to the internet, you will want to take them by the hand, so to speak. You will want to guide them step by step for the first month. Keeping in touch often and keep an eye on how they are doing by reviewing their Versa Ledger. And than proceeding from there.

Profiles are a great source of information to you. Carefully read through them to understand the individual and see what they are interested in and what they want to achieve. You will be able to guide them better with specifics and thus, they will be more successful with SFI.


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You can use a PSA's Profile to help them get off to a great start by reviewing their answers to their profile questions. For example, if they answered the question of how many hours they are willing to devote to SFI with 20 or more, than there is a good chance they are serious about achieving success. And if you see that they have experience in marketing and leadership roles, this would indicate that they have a good idea about what they are getting into. Now, with this information you can give them
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Affiliate since: 08/29/2023, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Osaro's 206 other Ask SC answers

The Affiliate Profile was designed partly to give sponsors a heads up on the profile of members in order to guide them and assist them using the information provided. However, I personally do not place too much emphasis on it because new members may not be aware of the importance and hence just complete them without due diligence.

In any case, for the benefit of those who complete them with due diligence, some aspects of it may be necessary to look at and to be used in assisting new members to get to a good and smooth start. Some of the information that may assist sponsors to tap into it and to process it for helping their PSAs is as follows:

1. Experience

The part that requires the stating of experience in this type of business may be used to determine a novice and an advanced member. With information regarding a starter in online business or marketing, a sponsor may rightly assume and anticipate that the member may be confused and overwhelmed by the information in front of him or her, so a sponsor may choose to immediately forward a simplified version of a work plan for the affiliate to follow, especially in understanding the basics and training materials. Your goal here is to reduce the initial confusing that discourages new members from progressing and thereby reducing opt outs.

The experienced or advanced members may be more interested from the beginning, on the technical aspects of sales and sponsoring and after the initial welcome pleasantry; the sponsor may begin to direct these group of affiliates on how to engage in these activities.

2. Reason for starting an SFI business.

Another useful and important information is the reason the affiliate puts down for joining SFI which may vary with different affiliates. Some are to earn second income, some for retirement financial security, some to do sales or develop an active downline or to open a store or to generally improve standard of living etc. As you can see, these different reasons require different approaches on how you need to develop these members. You may want to generalise, teaching them the various ways to earn but specifically concentrating on their preferences or you may start to touch on their preferences first to maintain the momentum and gradually diversify to other areas.

In conjunction with these, you may also have a clue as to the area in SFI they are most and least interested from the Affiliate Profile, in order to specifically mention it in your initial contacts and also promise to follow up with them, make sure you do.

3. Do you have any physical store?

This is straight forward as you need to prepare this affiliate on understanding the benefits of the ECA program and how to process registration.

4. What is the thing you feel you need most to make your SFI business successful?

Watch out for those who fill in More Capital (money) because they may require assistance on what to invest in and how to invest in order to generate income and a good return on investment. Consider developing team building and sale skills set of this group of affiliates and at the same time, let them be aware that it is not a get-rich-quick program, but that it may take some time to get a reasonable return, depending on hard work and determination.

5. Marketing methods for building SFI business?

In most cases the methods chosen will give an indication of their areas of competence or strength, so you need to immediately acknowledge it in your initial correspondences to them, so that they will be rest assured you know their preferences and promise to assist them through the way, concentrating on their strength and improving their areas weakness.

6. Monthly Investment

Here the affiliate is required to state the minimum monthly investment potential and there will be nothing wrong to mention the benefits of investment capital but that they are not required to by SFI, only if they decide to, in order to facilitate their success and make the time spent worthwhile and qualitative.

In conclusion, I must point out that the aim here may not be to bamboozle your new team members with the details of these, but to subtly acknowledge them in your initial contacts just to give them confidence that you are interested in helping them achieve their goals or interests. However, in your mind this information is what you are going to focus on in developing these members, but as pointed out earlier, the information in the Affiliate Profile may just be an exercise on the part of new comers and in order to get the best information out of it, you may need to remind them to constantly update their profiles as they forge ahead and understand the usefulness of providing up to date information in their affiliate profiles.
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The Affiliate Profile was designed partly to give sponsors a heads up on the profile of members in order to guide them and assist them using the information provided. However, I personally do not place too much emphasis on it because new members may not be aware of the importance and hence just complete them without due diligence.

In any case, for the benefit of those who complete them with due diligence, some aspects of it may be necessary to look at and to be used in assisting new members
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Affiliate since: 08/13/2014, Power Rank: 7751 | Read Lazar's 69 other Ask SC answers

First,take a look at the affiliate's profile.
You,ofcourse,get info when they fill out their profile,entitled "(name of the PSA) Affiliate profile notification".And there you can see the "score" of your PSA.The higher the number is,the more competent person is.

You can start from there.
What is the score of the profile?If you're lucky,your PSA will have score of 15 and more.Even thou,most of the PSAs will have score under 10.Which means that person is almost "newbie",and will need much guidance,tutorials and special attention,if you want him/her to succeed.If the score is higher,then only general guidance is needed.

Take a look at PSA's prior experience (if there was some),business strategy and goals.And?What is the general impression of the profile?Future Team Leader or just someone who came to see what's going on?

Even if the affiliate's profile score law,it doesn't necessary mean that such person is "waste of time".Ofcourse not.Try to communicate with him/her,to see the reaction.If you got some feedback (e.g. answers your e-mails,),that's positive thing and it means that there is a will to learn something.Which is great!

Don't forget the steps SFi suggests us to follow with the new PSA:

1. Contact PSA, introduced myself, briefly described my background, goals, etc.
2. Add PSA to your newsletter mailing list
3. Discuss PSA's goals, family, etc.
4. Inform PSA of incentives, if any, you offer (free leads, SFI Gift Certificate, etc.) to encourage affiliates to accumulate VersaPoints and become an Executive Affiliate.
5. Inform PSA of any special support resources I offer, such as co-op advertising, team newsletter, etc.
6. Offer general assistance setting up PSA's business, answering questions, providing direction, etc.
7. Provide your contact information (e-mail, phone number, IM address, Skype number, etc.).
8. Discuss the marketing methods PSA plans to use to build his/her home business:
- Internet marketing (e-mail, Websites, etc.)
- Print media (periodical/magazine ads, card decks, etc.)
- Direct mail
- "Warm marketing" (friends, family, co-workers, etc.)
- One-on-one local recruiting
9. Help PSA develop prospecting and sponsoring skills until he/she has personally sponsored at least five SFI Executive Affiliates and has achieved a Team Leader rank.
10. Monitor PSA's duplication efforts with his/her own sponsored affiliates and continue to provide assistance as needed.
11. Continue to work with PSA toward his/her earning goals.


All in all,you (as a leader,as a mentor and foremost - as a friend!) need to identify who is worker in your team,act friendly to him/her,help that person to develop his/her own online business, and make sure that you are there to offer friendly guidance and support in a timely manner as your personally sponsored affiliates (PSAs) start out on their journey.

Remember your own step you had here,in SFI (ofcoruse,this time escape mistakes and wrong steps - if there were any).That's exactly what your affiliate needs to do,to become successful like you.Teach him/her that,and you won't regret.
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First,take a look at the affiliate's profile.
You,ofcourse,get info when they fill out their profile,entitled "(name of the PSA) Affiliate profile notification".And there you can see the "score" of your PSA.The higher the number is,the more competent person is.

You can start from there.
What is the score of the profile?If you're lucky,your PSA will have score of 15 and more.Even thou,most of the PSAs will have score under 10.Which means that person is almost
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Affiliate since: 01/30/2014, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Sheron's 117 other Ask SC answers

The Affiliate Profile page offers lots of vital information pertaining to your PSA
1..It shows where he/she resides/lives
2..It shows his/her unique affiliate number
3..It shows his/her sponsor from here you can become friends with sponsor and work together with duplicating this affiliate.
4..It shows his/her contact email
5..It shows when he/she became an affiliate.
6..It provides his Primary language this will help you with communication for from here you can translate tips,send Inspiration and encouragement through a translator.This would break down the communication barrier.
7..It also show which Key code he /she came in from/through.
8..It provides the link to his/her ledger where you can monitor his/her progress.
So you use this profile especially the ledger link to send tips toward reaching Leader levels .It also will indicate to you if your tips are getting through to him/her by his /her performance meaning if they are earning VP
when you stroll down this page you will see The Affiliate Manager
contains 5 tabs
1..start
2..contact mentioned above
3..check list this is a list of requirements/tasks for sponsors towards duplicating"the how to" as you perform the require tasks you can tick the box
4..notes..Here you can put your personal notes about affiliate about his/her progress.
5..Upline here you get to view your PSA/CSA upline..
So do you see hos helpful the PSA affiliate Page is to a Sponsor/Co-sponsor?
I hope this help you with how to get him /her off to a good start to become successful here at SFI.

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The Affiliate Profile page offers lots of vital information pertaining to your PSA
1..It shows where he/she resides/lives
2..It shows his/her unique affiliate number
3..It shows his/her sponsor from here you can become friends with sponsor and work together with duplicating this affiliate.
4..It shows his/her contact email
5..It shows when he/she became an affiliate.
6..It provides his Primary language this will help you with communication for from here you can translate
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Affiliate since: 06/24/2014, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Andy's 23 other Ask SC answers

Actually an affiliates profile is like a tiny mirror that sees into certain parts of their life, and if we are paying attention to details, then we can certainly use this information to better assist them not only to get a good start, but also for long term success. The profile can tell us a lot since it seeks to establish pertinent information on the business and on line activity of the affiliate, further, it may be wise to ask certain questions based on profile information, to establish trust and build a relationship. It can vary from light conversations, to really heavy stuff about what they want out of SFI, and their goals, you must show them that you really appreciate them as a person and not as an object of wealth. People gravitate to details about themselves and you must use this to reach their inner being, and set the foundation for a successful future.
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Actually an affiliates profile is like a tiny mirror that sees into certain parts of their life, and if we are paying attention to details, then we can certainly use this information to better assist them not only to get a good start, but also for long term success. The profile can tell us a lot since it seeks to establish pertinent information on the business and on line activity of the affiliate, further, it may be wise to ask certain questions based on profile information, to establish trust and
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Affiliate since: 10/01/2013, Power Rank: 426 | Read Nimo's 381 other Ask SC answers

Unfortunately most affiliates when they join up put the barest of information down and as a sponsor you have very little to go on with at the start. Thats one of the reasons why I encourage all PSAs to complete their profile & confirm their registrations as early as possible.

One of the first things I look for is the PSA's primary language and make a note of it if its not English. I always bear this in mind when sending them tips etc. However quite often even that is missing, so regardless of which country the PSA is from I always point out to them that the SFI pages/information can be translated with Google Translator at the bottom of the pages.

Communication is vital between the sponsor and the PSA if he/she is to get off to a good start in SFI. It is also very important that the PSA understand what he/she reads in the Launchpad lessons and other parts of SFI.

The PSAs will always struggle with the business if they do not understand the business.

The other areas of their profiles I always check are:
- their business and advertising experience and preferences
- how much time they plan to spend on the business and if these are likely to change
- if they intend to invest any monies in the business - the amount is an indicator of their wealth and seriousness about the business.

I use these bits of information to help them with their training/coaching etc.. For example those with business and advertising experience, I encourage them straight away more so than others to start promoting SFI/TripleClicks - Point out the advantages of a Standing Order more so with those with money - Encourage daily log ins etc.. Those who are operating physical stores are encouraged and pointed towards ECA.

The information on the Affiliates' Profiles are important tools for getting them off to a good start and should be used whenever possible. Encourage the affiliates to complete them as early as possible. Thats why its one of the Fast Track requirements.








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Unfortunately most affiliates when they join up put the barest of information down and as a sponsor you have very little to go on with at the start. Thats one of the reasons why I encourage all PSAs to complete their profile & confirm their registrations as early as possible.

One of the first things I look for is the PSA's primary language and make a note of it if its not English. I always bear this in mind when sending them tips etc. However quite often even that is missing, so
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Affiliate since: 12/31/1969, Power Rank: 99999999

Great question.

To start with, their profile tells you what language they speak. Knowing that, you can communicate more effectively.

On their profile, you can look at their VP ledger. That give you knowledge as to what tasks they could be doing but are not. If they regularly miss certain tasks, you can send an eCard to give them a tip, or contact them directly to find out if there is a reason, ie: they may not understand how (like AskSC, I found many didn't know they had to answer 10 questions), or they may be having difficulty with it & needing a little guidance).

You can see in some photographs if they have a partner or family. This gives a clue as to where their interests & passions lie. You can then work with them on those.

Knowing what country they are in can give you an idea of cultural restrictions - they may be unable to use the internet much, their could be religious issues. This helps you ensure you do not offend them.

I am sure there are many other benefits to knowing a PSA's Profile, but these are a few I think are important.
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Great question.

To start with, their profile tells you what language they speak. Knowing that, you can communicate more effectively.

On their profile, you can look at their VP ledger. That give you knowledge as to what tasks they could be doing but are not. If they regularly miss certain tasks, you can send an eCard to give them a tip, or contact them directly to find out if there is a reason, ie: they may not understand how (like AskSC, I found many didn't know they had
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Affiliate since: 06/27/2013, Power Rank: 344 | Read James's 127 other Ask SC answers

You can access to PSAs' general profile from genealogy in the HOTSPOT tab.In genealogy you can obtain the basic details,on date they joined in, last login and key code tracking and emails active or not. Under Versa Points, how many they have accumulated and the current month vps.Subscribe to S-Builder or not, communicate in English or other languages, emails listed , active or not active. Under Affiliate Manager, whether registration confirmed or not, SF emails being whitelsted or not, subscribe to Standing Order Or not. goat setting, online chat, etc. These the overall view of the PSAs which you can use to look into the details of their profiles.

The detailed profile of PSAs can be viewed at the the Affiliate Homepage. Click the name of PSA and will lead to PSA Profile. With the number of badges shown, you will know how active the PSA is. On VP Ledger, you can determine whether log in is done daily and other tasks completed. E365 member or not. Go into the profile and you will know how the PSA first come to SFI, the reason to join SFI the experiences before joining SFI, business strategies that will be adopted, what attractions to join SFI, advertising dollar, have personal website and domain, goals and strategies leading to full time in SFI business and leadership development.

To make a good start, first the PSAs must complete the tasks in Getting Started, SFI Basics and Launchpad in the first month and to log daily. Be EA for the first month by earnng free versa points or encourage to buy 1 NMP for Fast Track to EA. The keeness and willingness to log in daily and to earn versa points reflect that PSAs are serious in the business and ready to move forward to the next level. Remind them of their goals and what need to be done to achieve these goals. The journey to success may take a long time but with patience, determination, persistence and encouragement,every one can be successful in SFI.
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You can access to PSAs' general profile from genealogy in the HOTSPOT tab.In genealogy you can obtain the basic details,on date they joined in, last login and key code tracking and emails active or not. Under Versa Points, how many they have accumulated and the current month vps.Subscribe to S-Builder or not, communicate in English or other languages, emails listed , active or not active. Under Affiliate Manager, whether registration confirmed or not, SF emails being whitelsted or not, subscribe
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Affiliate since: 05/03/2002, Power Rank: 45 | Read Mar's 582 other Ask SC answers

When a newly sponsored affiliate completed his/her affiliate profile, SFI will send an Affiliate Profile notification to his/her sponsor.
The affiliate profile that includes the profile scores can be an excellent leadership tool to identify potential stars in your downline.

Understanding the Profile Scores:

- SFI has a system in place that reviews the responses of your affiliates, who have responded to questions on their Affiliate Profiles.

- Each response has a corresponding point value assigned to help identify affiliates who have:

1. Set high goals

2. Committed to investing significant time or money into their own SFI business

3. Experienced in network marketing or Internet marketing

4. Possessed leadership experience, and so on.
- These point values are all added altogether to create the affiliate's Profile Score.

- The Profile Scores enable you to quickly get an idea of your affiliate's level of motivation and commitment, and could even gain an insight into what kind of affiliate he/she is going to be.

- In evaluating each of your affiliates based on their profile scores, there are limitations on how much weight you should put on. Keep in mind that the score is only a number based on Affiliate Profile responses. A high score does not guarantee a future Diamond Team Leader. Likewise, a low score doesn't necessarily indicate that an affiliate will likely become inactive and opt out. Whatever the Profile Score is high or low, you should equally treat all of your affiliates with enthusiasm and strong support.

Furthermore the Affiliate Snapshot link that comes with every affiliate profile notification is an excellent place to find more detailed information about your affiliates. With this information, you’ll be able to customize your support to each of your affiliates to help them become successful in their own SFI business.

Here’s how:

- General Info

The General Info from your affiliate’s profile contains information how your affiliate heard about SFI, his/her number one reason for starting a SFI business. You can strengthen his/her long term goal through constant motivation and encouragement.

- Prior Experience

His/her background gives you an insight on how you’re going to support him/her. Based on his/her experience about previous involvement in any business before including network marketing, you’ll be able to help him/her design a marketing strategy which is suited to his/her goal.

- Affiliates Business Strategy

This section contains information about how many hours your affiliate is going to devote to SFI, number of affiliates he/she can personally sponsor each month, what he/she needs at the moment to make his/her SFI business successful, etc. You can help him use the appropriate tools provided by SFI to help him in his business strategy. Focus on each of his responses and train him/her accordingly.

- Affiliates Goals

This gives you an idea of his/her expectations and knowledge when it comes to earnings in network marketing. This is important to know, if he/she is a go-getter or needing more training and support to achieve his/her goals in regards to income earnings.

- SFI Team Leader Goals

ou’ll be able to identify your affiliate’s time frame of his/her advancement in rank and customize your training and support accordingly.

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When a newly sponsored affiliate completed his/her affiliate profile, SFI will send an Affiliate Profile notification to his/her sponsor.
The affiliate profile that includes the profile scores can be an excellent leadership tool to identify potential stars in your downline.

Understanding the Profile Scores:

- SFI has a system in place that reviews the responses of your affiliates, who have responded to questions on their Affiliate Profiles.

- Each response
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Affiliate since: 05/10/2012, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Wayne's 236 other Ask SC answers

Using your PSAs (Personally Sponsored Affiliates) profile to help them get off to a good start is a great idea.

Just in knowing the primary language your PSA speaks is a plus in your favor because your communication with that affiliate will be better understood. And now we can also know the different region of “time” that they live in so our contacting them will be more efficient for the both of you.

Through their profile page you have access to their VP ledger and their To Do list. By carefully studying their ledger you will be able to see their weak areas where they will need help and you can see the areas they are strong in so you can send them recognition Ecards.

When I have a need to communicate with one of my teammates I will first study their VP ledger and profile so I am prepared enough to contact them with what may be important information. I always try to find pertinent information from their profile that will only apply to that affiliate this way your information is seen as personal care towards them.

Knowing the country they live in is also an added feature that can help you in discussing payments to and from SFI and TripleClicks. You can send your teammate information on payment methods for their nation.

Knowing their country will also help you in sharing what products they might purchase for a standing order without having to pay extremely high shipping and import fees.

Taking the time to study your teammates profile and how you can use it in helping them is one of the first priories for being an awesome sponsor.

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Using your PSAs (Personally Sponsored Affiliates) profile to help them get off to a good start is a great idea.

Just in knowing the primary language your PSA speaks is a plus in your favor because your communication with that affiliate will be better understood. And now we can also know the different region of “time” that they live in so our contacting them will be more efficient for the both of you.

Through their profile page you have access to their VP
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